A chaotic scene unfolded in the Baldwin Hills/Crenshaw neighborhood yesterday afternoon as a multi-vehicle collision, including a rollover involving an MTA bus, led to a large emergency response from the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD). The incident, which occurred at approximately 3:40 PM at 3524 W 39th Street, required the assessment of at least eight individuals by LAFD personnel, with preparations made to transport those requiring further medical care.
The collision was significant enough to include an MTA bus with passengers on board. The fire department was on the scene assessing the situation and ready to quickly transport individuals to area hospitals. In the initial reports, the extent of injuries was still being determined, and the LAFD made no statements regarding the severity of those injuries, according to the LAFD.
An update on the incident, released at 5:00 PM, revealed that firefighters and paramedics evaluated at least 14 people involved in the crash, as reported by the LAFD. This included passengers from the bus and occupants of other vehicles. Of those assessed, a total of three were transported in moderate condition, and six others in fair condition to local hospitals. It was noted that the rest of the involved parties declined ambulance transport after being assessed on the scene.
While the cause of the accident remains under investigation, what is known is that the rapid response of LAFD units like Engine 226, Engine 26, Engine 34, and various RA units, ensured that all necessary care was quickly provided. The LAFD incident number 3063 was also referenced in the LAPD records. The official reports did not immediately disclose the identities or the ages and genders of the injured parties.
The area around 3524 W 39th Street was the focus of this intense emergency effort, and as per the LAFD's update, there is nothing further regarding the incident at this time. Both LAPD and LAFD continue to work together on the scene to unravel the events leading up to this incident and the subsequent injuries. The community is reminded to be cautious on the roads, especially in high-traffic and dense urban areas.
